Congregation

On November 28, 2024, churches of the Olivet Assembly of USA gathered in various locations across the country to celebrate Thanksgiving with heartfelt services and community fellowship. “Thanksgiving season is something marvelous and deeply Christian as the Bible teaches us on Psalm 100:4 “We should enter his gates with Thanksgiving and into his courts with praise be thankful to him and bless his name.” shared P. Mark Spisak, General Secretary of Olivet Assembly USA. At STL Immanuel Church, the congregation came together for a meaningful Thanksgiving service. Following the service, members enjoyed a “banquet of love,” fostering a spirit of gratitude and connection within the community. In Los Angeles, the LA Pilgrim members held a special Thanksgiving service accompanied by a sumptuous dinner. The gathering served as a reminder of God’s grace. Every year, when we celebrate Thanksgiving Day, we remember the harvest meal shared between the Pilgrims and the

On September 22, Ohio New Hope Community Church dedicated the mission center near Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland. Pastor John Zhang preached on the devotion of the Jerusalem church in Acts 2:42-47, envisioning the same spirit of devotion here. Regularly, students from Case Western came to the Thursday group Bible study. The dedication of new mission center hopes to further enrich the lives of young believers and strengthen their faith in Jesus Christ in their lives.

The worship concert hosted at the University of Houston-Clear Lake concluded with overflowing grace and powerful testimonies, featuring participation from over 40 local students and musicians. The Holy Spirit worked powerfully as students worshiped together. Singers Keyla and Arren shared their testimonies of walking in faith with Jesus through various trials. Their openness made songs like “I Give You My Heart” and “Thank You Jesus for the Blood Applied” even more relatable and moving for the congregation. This worship event provided an opportunity to engage with students who are mission-minded and interested in musical development. One student expressed gratitude to a minister for inviting him to the concert: “Thank you for inviting me. It was exactly what I needed after my finals.” A representative of the United States Olivet Assembly, who also attended the event, commented, “The event proved that musicians have high potential to create an atmosphere that draws

Since the day after Easter Sunday, church members from across United States have prayer together at 12pm EST. For two weeks, the members prayed for the revival of the national mission. Also the prayers covered goals set by every church for their venue and gatherings by the same date, the work of the Holy Spirit in raising new leaders across the nation, and the mission budget to reach the goal. The following are the reflections shared from members over the period: Member 1: “During prayer time today, I found myself reflecting on recent sermons that emphasized our identity as sons of God and the authority bestowed upon us through Christ. In a world where our identity is often questioned, especially when we face the same challenges as everyone else, it can be difficult to distinguish ourselves. Yet, Apostle Paul unequivocally stated that we have been given the identity of sons

In a bid to maximize evangelistic efforts this Pentecost season, the United States Olivet Assembly (OAUSA) is spearheading a campaign to prioritize effective church administration aimed at fostering rapid growth. Central to this initiative is the establishment of cell groups and cell churches, heralding a new era of mass evangelism within the organization. Under this strategy, churches are urged to appoint cell group leaders who will oversee targeted demographics or geographical areas, facilitating close-knit connections and providing pathways for individuals to progress into membership and leadership roles. Cell groups consist of small gatherings typically ranging from 6 to 12 individuals, under the guidance of a designated cell leader. These groups often form based on shared locality, educational institutions, or mutual interests. Unlike traditional church gatherings, cell meetings can typically take place in members’ homes, designated rooms within the church facility, or alternate third-party locations. The agenda for cell meetings can